Meet the talented Tasmanians keeping traditional arts alive
In a world often dominated by consumerism and mass-production, these four talented Tasmanians are finding creative success in traditional arts while also showcasing Tasmania to the world
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This Hobart Italian restaurant is one to add to your must-eat list
With excellent service and well-priced dishes that celebrate both Italy and Tasmania, this standout eatery – tucked inside one of the city’s hotels – comes highly recommended, writes Alix Davis
100 must-do Tassie experiences under $100
The cost of living continues to rise, but Tasmanians still want to get out and enjoy life, especially in winter. Find inspiration in our mega list of 100 distinctly Tasmanian things to do for under $100
Forest tour yields ‘magical’ mushroom experience
Guided by cook and mushroom enthusiast Mic Giuliani, food writer Alix Davis discovered there’s a world of deliciousness living under the carpet of pine needles in the forest near Hobart Airport.
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New Hobart eatery: ‘low-key, subtle and superb’
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New Hobart eatery serves up a nice slice of la dolce vita
While I can’t get to the Mediterranean week, I can do the next best thing, and enjoy lunch at newly opened Novellino, where they’re dishing up some Italian classics, writes Alix Davis
What it takes to become a dream analyst
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Good times are on the menu at this North Hobart eatery
This North Hobart restaurant is a great venue for a group – servings are generous and affordable – and the whole vibe is very laid-back and designed for casual, fun times, writes Alix Davis.
We loved lapping up the beauty of this wild Tiny Tassie island
A stay on Three Hummock Island offers something truly rare: an island sanctuary where simplicity reigns and every moment feels deeply earned, writes Sarah Fitzpatrick
New Hobart eatery’s menu is streets ahead
The flavours of Vietnam at this new Harrington St restaurant are both finely nuanced and robust and this menu offers a delicious selection that showcases them well, writes Alix Davis
Tassie singer defies odds to achieve music dreams
She’s performed alongside award-winning musos Thelma Plum and Lucky Oceans and was mentored by Kate Miller-Heidke. Now Tassie’s Kaytlyn Johnson launches an exciting new music project
New spin on old spice a welcome addition to Hobart dining scene
Our evening at this relatively new eatery was delightful, and it’s wonderful to see one of the world’s great cuisines given a more sophisticated treatment and presentation, writes Alix Davis
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